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Scope of Practice Standard
The Scope of Practice standard helps nurses to make informed decisions about what activities they can perform safely and competently for their clients. In this series of videos, you will learn more about the standard and its key concepts of authority, context and competence.
Overview
The Scope of Practice standard outlines the expectations for all nurses when determining if they have the authority to perform a specific activity, if it is appropriate for them to perform in their current setting and if they are competent to perform the activity safely.
Authority
Nurses must know their legislated scope of practice, including controlled acts and authorizing mechanisms.
Context
Nurses must determine if their practice environment or setting supports the performance of an activity and has the available resources to support safe client care.
Competence
Nurses must ensure they have the individual knowledge, skill and judgment to perform an activity.
